Utility Maintenance Technician III - Wastewater Rehabilitation

Duties

The Utility Maintenance Technician III is responsible for leading and assisting wastewater utility crews in the installation, repair, rehabilitation, and maintenance of wastewater collection systems, lift stations, treatment facilities, and related equipment. This position provides on‑site leadership, ensures compliance with safety and traffic control standards, and supports efficient project completion while maintaining high service and operational standards. Lead, oversee, and assist wastewater utility crews in manual labor tasks including installation, repair, rehabilitation, and routine maintenance of wastewater lines, sewer mains, lift stations, treatment facilities, and related equipment.

Coordinate daily work activities, materials, tools, and equipment to ensure efficient project execution and maintenance operations. Provide on‑site leadership and guidance to crew members, promoting safe work practices and productivity. Ensure compliance with all applicable safety standards, including traffic control, trenching and shoring, confined space entry, and utility safety requirements. Evaluate job site conditions and make appropriate decisions regarding work methods, safety measures, and project sequencing.

Assist with customer service and regulatory compliance related to wastewater operations, as needed. Respond to after‑hours call‑outs and emergency situations as required. Must have and maintain, without interruption, all necessary licenses, certifications, clearances, and/or job requirements. Work the assigned schedule and comply with City timekeeping and attendance policy. Other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or GED, plus a minimum of one to two (1‑2) years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Texas Driver's License (Class B may be required) with a good driving record. Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting and carrying; kneeling, crouching, bending; pushing, pulling, reaching; and standing or walking for prolonged periods.

Traffic Control I (Flagging) certification. Utility Safety and Trenching and Shoring Safety and Confined Space Entry training. Completion of State of Texas TEEX training requirements (40‑60 hours). PREFERRED:
Additional trade skills, licenses, or certifications such as plumbing, electrical, welding, or related technical credentials. Experience leading utility maintenance or rehabilitation crews.

The City of Pasadena offers very generous benefits to all full‑time employees
:

• Employee‑only medical insurance starts as low as $15 per month and the most expensive Employee & Family plan is less than $350 per month.
• The City has its own medical clinic staffed with a M.D. and two medical assistants. Employees and their covered dependents over the age of 5 can visit the clinic FREE OF CHARGE.
• Employees and their covered dependents also have access to Virtual Visits with a medical professional FREE OF CHARGE.
• The City offers college tuition reimbursement of up to $3,500 per year.
• As an employee, you will contribute a portion of your salary each pay‑period towards your retirement and the City will match your contribution by 200%. Example, if you contribute $100, the City will contribute $200.
• Civilian employees accumulate vacation at the following rates:
• Less than 6 years of service - two weeks of vacation per year.
• From 6 to less than 11 years of service - three weeks of vacation per year.
• From 11 to less than 21 years of service - four weeks of vacation per year.
• From 21 to less than 26 years of service - five weeks of vacation per year.
• From 26 years of service and up - six weeks of vacation per year.

Salary: $18.55 per hour